State Parks Near Lakeville, Minnesota
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Lakeville, including 2 parks across the line in Wisconsin. The closest is Fort Snelling State Park, about 14 mi north of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Fort Snelling State Park14 mi north
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 103 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 2pets allowed
State parks near Lakeville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Lakeville; driving distance is usually longer.
Fort Snelling State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, historic sites, winter sports, swimming, and boating. The official site lists about 18 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Snelling State Park →Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area
Visitors come for snowmobiling, horseback riding, mountain biking, winter sports, and boating. The official site lists about 47 miles of trails. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites and equestrian camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area →Nerstrand Big Woods State Park
Popular activities here are wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: 83 campsites across 5 camping areas, including RV sites with electric hookups and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Nerstrand Big Woods State Park →Afton State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, swimming, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Afton State Park →Kinnickinnic State Park
Things to do include mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 10 miles, according to the park. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Kinnickinnic State Park →St. Croix Boom Site State Wayside
Popular activities here are picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for St. Croix Boom Site State Wayside →Sakatah Lake State Park
Popular activities here are boating, biking, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Sakatah Lake State Park →Willow River State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Willow River State Park →Rice Lake State Park
Things to do include snowmobiling, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and wildlife watching. Facilities for water recreation include a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Rice Lake State Park →William O'Brien State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, swimming, and boating. Its trail network totals roughly 12 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for William O'Brien State Park →Frontenac State Park
Visitors come for winter sports, historic sites, wildlife watching, ranger programs, and fishing. The official site lists about 18 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Frontenac State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Lakeville
- Fort Snelling State Park 14 mi north · Campground listed
- Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area 23 mi west · Campground listed
- Nerstrand Big Woods State Park 24 mi south · 83 campsites
- Afton State Park 25 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Kinnickinnic State Park 28 mi northeast · Campground listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Lakeville
- Afton State Park 25 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Sakatah Lake State Park 35 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- William O'Brien State Park 45 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Lakeville
- Fort Snelling State Park 14 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- William O'Brien State Park 45 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Lakeville
- Fort Snelling State Park 14 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Afton State Park 25 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kinnickinnic State Park 28 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Willow River State Park 37 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- William O'Brien State Park 45 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Lakeville
- Fort Snelling State Park 14 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area 23 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Nerstrand Big Woods State Park 24 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Afton State Park 25 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Kinnickinnic State Park 28 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Lakeville
- Fort Snelling State Park 14 mi north · Fishing listed
- Afton State Park 25 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Kinnickinnic State Park 28 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Sakatah Lake State Park 35 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Willow River State Park 37 mi northeast · Fishing listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Lakeville
What is the closest state park to Lakeville?
Fort Snelling State Park is the closest, about 14 miles north of Lakeville in a straight line. Next are Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area and Nerstrand Big Woods State Park.
How many state parks are near Lakeville?
11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Lakeville have camping?
10 parks list camping, the nearest being Fort Snelling State Park, Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area and Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Lakeville?
Yes, at 2 parks, including Fort Snelling State Park and William O'Brien State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Lakeville?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Minneapolis, MN20 mi north
- Near Faribault, MN26 mi south
- Near Waconia, MN29 mi northwest
- Near Red Wing, MN32 mi east
- Near River Falls, WI33 mi northeast
- Near Mankato, MN50 mi southwest
- Near Hutchinson, MN57 mi west
- Near North Branch, MN59 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.